The COVID-19 pandemic has caused an unprecedented crisis for the Barbadian tourism industry and financial economy.Could the newly announced Barbados Welcome Stamp initiative provide the necessary lifeline that traditional tourism once did?We’re joined this week by founder of the initiative, social entrepreneur Peter Lawrence Thompson, and trade and business development specialist, Michelle Hustler to discuss the new work from home programme and other opportunities for growth in the Barbadian economy.For show notes, past episodes, and to record your life and finance questions, please visit fortressfund.com/podcast.

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Ep. 25: Funding the Future

We’ve never been more excited to be caught trying to keep up with The Joneses.On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dwayne and Kelly Jones of Debt Free Caribbean.Listen in as this captivating young couple share how they cleared over $67,000 in consumer debt in less than three years.For show notes, past episodes, and to record your life and finance questions, please visit fortressfund.com/podcast.

Ep. 24: Keeping up with The Joneses

After a less than stellar start to the year, financial markets are recovering and well.Fortress’ Chief Investment Officer, Peter Arender, joins us this week to explain how this is even possible after a recession that was projected to be the worst since the Second World War.For show notes, past episodes, and to record your life and finance questions, please visit fortressfund.com/podcast.

Ep. 23: Deep Dive

Business leaders, George Griffith (Surfside Wellness Centre) and Lily Dash (WiFetch) met the challenges of the COVID-19 lockdown head on, and, with considerable success.Their decision to pivot, not panic, has enabled these entrepreneurs to survive and thrive during uncertain times.Find out how they managed to both launch a brand new business, as well as maintain and increase their existing client base, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. For show notes, past episodes, and to record your life and finance questions, please visit fortressfund.com/podcast.

Ep. 22: Panic or Pivot

This week international broadcaster, Alex Jordan and Fortress’ Client Relations Associate, Krystal Dowell, join Kim and Omar to reflect on some of the important financial and life lessons they were compelled to learn during lockdown.For show notes, past episodes, and to record your life and finance questions, please visit fortressfund.com/podcast.

Ep. 21: On the Rise

We begin the fourth season of Do It Fuh Grantley with a frank discussion on the potentially catastrophic effect the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Barbados’ economy. Barbadian economist, Shane Lowe, joins us to share his professional views on the country’s national insurance scheme and the need for diversification of the tourism industry.We hope you enjoy the show!For show notes, past episodes, and to record your life and finance questions, please visit fortressfund.com/podcast.

Ep. 20: Life Disrupted

Her goal is to achieve a debt free life for her and her daughter. Alison Brome is "MummyIsDebtFree" and she joins us this week to talk about her debt free journey as well as share sound advice on how others can pursue a similar lifestyle.

Ep. 19: Living Debt Free

Returning guest, Kelly "Talk About Money" Johnally shares just how property investment is shaping her future. She's joined by first-time guest, real estate agent and lawyer, Lily Dash. As the founder and CEO of Villabound, Lily knows all about climbing the property investment ladder and shares her tips for success. 

Ep. 18: House Hunters

Financial independence is the goal. Retiring early is the dream.From side hustles to corporate jobs, here's how two millennials - Kelly Johnally and Matthew "Fewwture" Ashby - are making their dreams come true through the power of investing.

Ep. 17: The Millennial Investor

Davinia Tomlinson is on a mission to empower women to take control of their financial futures and we're here for it! The CEO and Founder of rainchq, joins us this week to debunk the many myths surrounding women and investment.Ladies, it's not just the men who need to get that money. Let's make it rain!

Ep. 16: Make it Rain

The key to a comfortable and happy retirement is not a big, cushy salary. It's actually smart financial planning that will see you through your golden years! On "No One Wants To Work Forever", Fortress' own René Delmas shares some sage advice on just how to plan for retirement and how investing can make it a success.

Ep. 15: No One Wants To Work Forever

Enthusiastic holiday spending can often lead to financial regret and significant stress in January. We chat with Melinda Belle of Astrape Finance and digital and creative strategist  Carlie Pipe on how to plan for a better post-Christmas experience!

Ep. 14: So This Is Payday

In our final episode of season two, we speak with investor Antonio Arthur about the differences between “Active Income” and “Passive Income"; and their place on the journey to financial independence. 

Ep. 13: Active Income and Passive Income

What does it take to become physically and financially fit? Kurt Clarke of GFS Personal Training and Tracy Fowler, host of The Beat 104's Sunny Side Up join us to talk about finding balance, motivation, budgeting and more on the road to good health.

Ep. 12: Investing in Your Health

Just how does the Fortress investment team choose the stocks and bonds that make it into the portfolios of their Caribbean and global mutual funds? Peter Arender, chief investment officer at Fortress, talks us through his team's investment philosophy, the funds' 2019 performance and their outlook.Read the show notes for all the terms referenced in the episode!

Ep. 11: Show Me The Money

Do It Fuh Grantley is a life and finance podcast produced by Fortress Fund Managers, where we speak with women and men in Barbados about their Grantleys and other money matters.

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